Residence Coordinator (part-time, contract)

Saint Marys University requires a qualified applicant to assume the role of Residence Coordinator (RC) in Vanier Residence within the department of Residence Life Student Culture and Experience beginning August 15* 2025.

Residence Life is looking for a caring dedicated and enthusiastic person to join our team. Reporting to the Assistant Director Residence Life the Residence Coordinator (RC) works together with two other Residence Coordinators the Programming & Engagement Coordinator up to fifty Residence Assistants (RAs) and two Programming Assistants to annually create an inclusive engaged and diverse residence community through purposeful social & educational programming initiatives and leadership development grounded in student development theory. We are seeking innovative and energetic people willing to demonstrate initiative and take responsibility for engaging and impacting the lives of residence students. Additionally we are seeking people who understand the important role residence plays in supporting the academic success of students.

Residence Coordinators also work in collaboration with other administrative departments on campus including Housing & Conference Services Residence Services Facilities Management and University Security as well as all areas within Student Affairs & Services.

This is a parttime livein position and each Residence Coordinator (RC) is required to work fifteen (15) hours of active work per week during the evenings / weekends (although some daytime hours may be scheduled where possible). RCs are further required to participate in a rotational oncall schedule (cellphone provided) with two other RCs to provide support on evenings/overnight and twentyfour hours a day on weekends and holidays during one week out of every three weeks.

In lieu of salary remuneration for this position is a rentfree apartment on campus valued at $1305.00/month (includes utilities such as cable internet heat lights and water) and an assigned space in underground parking as a taxable benefit. Additionally the RC receive an honorarium of $6500.00 over the 9month contract. At 15 hours per week over the 9month contract the remuneration package is equivalent to over $33.00 per hour

This is a contract position starting August 15* 2025 and ending May 15 2026 with the possibility of annual renewal at the mutual agreement of the University and the incumbent.

*by mutual agreement an earlier start day may be negotiated for early access to the apartment prior to August 15th 2025 (i.e. July or August 1st).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the recruitment selection training supervision corrective action and support of a team of fifty (50) student staff Residence Assistants (RAs).
• Lead mentor and support the RAs in their respective residence (one of three buildings). This includes facilitating weekly meetings on Monday evenings.
• Participate at weekly RC staff meetings (Mondays at approx. 5:30 pm) to discuss departmental objectives recent incidents ongoing issues staff and student concerns upcoming events and policy development.
• Provide support advice informal counseling and referral to residence students experiencing residence living difficulties behavior issues personal conflicts or administrative concerns.
• Participate in a rotating oncall schedule and respond to emergency situations crisis and disciplinary situations.
• Assist with the administration of incident response by reviewing confidential incident reports providing followup as necessary and completing appropriate documentation and data entry.
• Educate students and enforce residence policies and procedures as well as University rules and regulations.
• Coordinate and facilitate needbased programs & training sessions.
• Conduct weekly rounds of their assigned residence.
• Conduct weekly office hours (evenings) in the Residence Life Office to meet and respond to the needs of RAs and residence students.
• Other associated administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

To be the successful Residence Coordinator you will:

• Have a University degree preferably in social sciences psychology or education
• Possess a great understanding of student learning and student development theories
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have demonstrated intercultural competence and the ability to interact effectively and respectfully with individuals from various racial and cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrate the ability to relate effectively with a universityaged population which includes a vibrant and diverse mix of domestic and international students
• Demonstrate initiative a capacity for creative problem solving and sound judgment in addressing multifaceted and constantly evolving challenges
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to followthrough on assigned tasks is essential
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 apps (Word Excel PowerPoint and Teams) and Outlook email. A willingness and ability to learn new software programs is required. Proficiency with additional Microsoft 365 apps is considered an asset.
• Experience living and working in a university residence environment is considered a significant asset
• This position will be attractive to candidates with a flexible work schedule or graduate students studying parttime. Dedicated RCs in the past have also successfully balanced this position with a consistent 9 am 5 pm job located on the Halifax peninsula.

Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

The deadline for applications is May 30 2025

At Saint Marys University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect we welcome applications from women Indigenous peoples racialized persons/visible minorities persons with disabilities persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community.